2002 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant

To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.

Because 2002 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi A4 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model A4 Galant
Year Released 2002 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 3828 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 95.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 90 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.3 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.9 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 67 L


 

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