2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 47 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1997 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | HR-V | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
