2005 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2011 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 2011 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 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2011 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 330 | Galant |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |