2012 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford C-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford C-Max would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant.
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 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford C-Max. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford C-Max. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2010 Ford C-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Galant | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2788 mm |
