2008 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 3 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 2011 Porsche Panamera. 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Galant | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
