2008 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Matrix 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 393 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Matrix.
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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. (142 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Matrix has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Matrix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Matrix | 2008 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Matrix | Galant |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 160 HP |
Torque | 142 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |