2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. (258 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 303 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. (350 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 2008 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FX | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 258 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
