2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Mazda Premacy. 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 (340 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Premacy | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Premacy | Galant |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |
