2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant

To start off, both 2009 Ferrari 599 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Ferrari 599 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 Ferrari 599. 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 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 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 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari 599 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 Ferrari 599 2009 Mitsubishi Galant
Make Ferrari Mitsubishi
Model 599 Galant
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 2399 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 612 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 7600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 608 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.2:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1765 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 21.3 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 105 L 67 L


 

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