1996 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 256 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (144 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mitsubishi Galant | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Galant | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |