2007 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2007 Mitsubishi Galant and 2007 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Zafira (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Galant | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Galant | Zafira |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 213 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 58 L |