2009 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 520 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Galant 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 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3, 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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A3 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2378 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
