2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (159 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 95 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 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 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 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (220 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 330 | Galant |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |