2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 123 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant (210 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2001 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cavalier | Galant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
