2004 Maybach 62 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 2004 Maybach 62 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (144 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1515 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 Maybach 62 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 Maybach 62. 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 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 709 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maybach 62 | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Maybach | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 62 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2640 mm |
