2009 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2009 Ferrari California

To start off, both 2009 Mitsubishi Galant and 2009 Ferrari California were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (258 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari California weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Ferrari California 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 Ferrari California. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (351 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari California has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari California 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.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Mitsubishi Galant 2009 Ferrari California
Make Mitsubishi Ferrari
Model Galant California
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3828 cc 4300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 258 HP 460 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 7750 RPM
Torque 351 Nm 483 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4562 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1308 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 78 L


 

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