2009 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR

To start off, both 2009 Mitsubishi Galant and 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 906 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR.

Because 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 Koenigsegg CCXR. 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 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 903 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 Koenigsegg CCXR has manual transmission. 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 Koenigsegg CCXR
Make Mitsubishi Koenigsegg
Model Galant CCXR
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2399 cc 4719 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 1064 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 1060 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 6100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4293 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1996 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 18 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 22 L/100km


 

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