2003 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2004 Saturn L is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Saturn L. 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Galant (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Galant | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saturn |
| Model | Galant | L |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2349 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
