2009 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (143 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
Model | Niva | Galant |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |