2003 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Galant. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 468 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara 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 2007 Nissan Navara. 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mitsubishi Galant | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Galant | Navara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2349 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3210 mm |