2009 Saturn Sky vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant

To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Saturn Sky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saturn Sky would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 196 kg more than 2009 Saturn Sky.

Because 2009 Saturn Sky 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 Saturn Sky. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2009 Saturn Sky has manual transmission. 2009 Saturn Sky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Saturn Sky 2011 Mitsubishi Galant
Make Saturn Mitsubishi
Model Sky Galant
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2384 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1344 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1839 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km


 

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