2009 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 206 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran | 2011 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Touran | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
