2002 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Galant 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 25 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 354 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. 2002 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mitsubishi Galant | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Galant | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |