2004 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (470 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 334 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 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | E | Galant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
