2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Galant |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
