2005 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 27 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Honda Accord (340 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (220 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Galant | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 340 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |