2009 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
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 Hyundai Tucson (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
Model | Galant | Tucson |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 58 L |