2005 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
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 (339 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Acura |
| Model | Galant | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |
