2008 Kia Sedona vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (143 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Kia Sedona.
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 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sedona | 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sedona | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
