2002 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 2002 AC Cobra and 2002 Mitsubishi Galant were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 310 kg more than 2002 AC Cobra.
Because 2002 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. 2002 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2002 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2002 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Cobra | 2002 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cobra | Galant |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2640 mm |