2008 Hyundai i30 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai i30 and 2008 Mitsubishi Galant were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i30. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 236 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai i30 | 2008 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | i30 | Galant |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 67 L |