2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant (258 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant (350 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2008 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Outlander | Galant |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 258 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
