2009 BMW 135 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant

To start off, both 2009 BMW 135 and 2009 Mitsubishi Galant were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.

Because 2009 BMW 135 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 2009 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 135 2009 Mitsubishi Galant
Make BMW Mitsubishi
Model 135 Galant
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 2399 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 302 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 1300 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 67 L


 

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