2005 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant (258 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2005 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Fairlane (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (351 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fairlane | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 258 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
