2005 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 384 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (359 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Galant | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Galant | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3835 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 359 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |