2007 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 322 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. 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, 2011 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Galant | Murano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 82 L |