2010 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Galant | Avalon |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |