2007 Fiat Croma 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 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant (258 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant.
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, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant (351 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Croma | 2009 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Croma | Galant |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 258 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |