2005 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 2005 Audi S8 and 2005 Mitsubishi Galant were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (143 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S8 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 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, 2005 Audi S8 (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S8 | 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | S8 | Galant |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1290 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |