2002 Chrysler 300 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Galant

To start off, both 2002 Chrysler 300 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler 300 (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 263 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler 300 (346 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Chrysler 300 2002 Mitsubishi Galant
Make Chrysler Mitsubishi
Model 300 Galant
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3523 cc 2351 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 251 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1633 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 5030 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2640 mm