2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 44 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Mobilio | 1998 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mobilio | Galant |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
