2007 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2009 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A4 | Galant |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |