2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,132 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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 Q7 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2001 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Q7 | Galant |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4132 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2640 mm |