2012 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Duster 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 56 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 340 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster. 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 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Duster 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 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Galant | Duster |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2673 mm |
