2011 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mitsubishi Galant 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 40 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 371 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Fiesta 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:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Galant | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |
