2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda Etude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda Etude would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 346 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
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, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant (351 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda Etude has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda Etude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2009 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Etude | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3828 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 258 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
