2005 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 173 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Galant | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Galant | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3835 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 336 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 82 L |