2009 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia. 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2007 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2007 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mitsubishi Galant | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
Model | Galant | Fabia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |