2011 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 8 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (152 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 260 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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.
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2011 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Galant | Lancer |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 59 L |