2008 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2001 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2351 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 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 | 1250 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
