2010 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mitsubishi Galant 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 15 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 600 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Croma. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
| Model | Galant | Croma |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 62 L |
