2009 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Honda Stream
To start off, 2012 Honda Stream is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mitsubishi Galant 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 4 more horse power than 2012 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 64 kg more than 2012 Honda Stream. 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, 2012 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Galant | Stream |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
