2002 Honda Capa vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Capa would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 Honda Capa. 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 (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Capa | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Capa | Galant |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |