2008 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra.
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, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra 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 Mitsubishi Galant | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
Model | Galant | Vectra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |