2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (159 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 26 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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 Alfa Romeo Spider (300 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spider | Galant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
