2002 Lada 117 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 117 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (143 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Lada 117. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Lada 117. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 117. (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 117 | 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 117 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
