2008 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 4 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 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 203 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Galant | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
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 | 1723 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |