2007 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2002 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S80 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2002 Volvo S80 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | 2002 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Galant | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
