2004 Lincoln LS vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 2004 Lincoln LS 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (232 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (230 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 32 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 Lincoln LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mitsubishi Galant (340 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lincoln LS | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
Model | LS | Galant |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 230 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |