2008 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 BMW 116 is newer by 2 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 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 137 more horse power than 2010 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 76 kg more than 2010 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Galant | 116 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 51 L |
