2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Sonata 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 77 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
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 Hyundai Sonata (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2008 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sonata | Galant |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 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 | 219 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |