2008 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Volvo V50.
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 Volvo V50 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2009 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2009 Volvo V50 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 | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Galant | V50 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 62 L |