2011 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 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 83 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 505 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai i20 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 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
Model | Galant | i20 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |