2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2009 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Liberty | 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Liberty | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 67 L |
