2008 Ford Edge vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 413 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Edge | 2011 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Edge | Galant |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |