2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 2004 Ford Excursion and 2004 Mitsubishi Galant were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1762 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Excursion | Galant |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5949 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 213 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3282 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2640 mm |