2001 Honda Fit vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (144 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Fit | Galant |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |