2007 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Galant | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 51 L |
