2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Galant. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 2003 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XK | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |
