2002 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 160 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2012 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Galant |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |
