2007 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Galant. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 406 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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, 2007 Audi A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2003 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A8 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
