2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Idea 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (143 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Fiat Idea. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Idea | 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Idea | Galant |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |