2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 3 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant (258 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 84 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3. 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 (350 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 3 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.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 3 | 2008 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | 3 | Galant |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 258 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |