2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 405 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
