2003 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Microbus 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 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Mitsubishi Galant (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. 2003 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Microbus has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mitsubishi Galant | 2002 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Galant | Microbus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2349 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |