2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 319 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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 Chevrolet Express (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Express | Galant |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 507 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |