2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 163 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | CR-V | Galant |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |