2005 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (258 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 847 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (351 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2009 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Envoy | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 258 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2257 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 67 L |
