2010 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2001 Holden Barina
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 480 kg more than 2001 Holden Barina. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Galant | 2001 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Holden |
| Model | Galant | Barina |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2500 mm |
