2012 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander has manual transmission. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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.
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2012 Mitsubishi Galant | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Galant | Outlander |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |