2002 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 230 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. 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 Mitsubishi Galant (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Galant | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Xedos |
| Model | Galant | 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
