2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 241 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sprinter | Galant |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 67 L |