2008 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. 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 58 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 29 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Galant | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |