2008 Acura TSX vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TSX would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 266 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX.
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, 2008 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TSX | 2009 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | TSX | Galant |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |