2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 372 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Freelander | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Freelander | Galant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
