2005 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 610 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2005 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige. 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 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 2009 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Exige | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |
