2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 464 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 2001 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Liberty | Galant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
