2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 510 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Galant (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2003 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2003 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
