2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (229 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 477 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Citroen |
| Model | Galant | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
