2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant

To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant (258 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 54 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant (350 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse 2008 Mitsubishi Galant
Make Mitsubishi Mitsubishi
Model Eclipse Galant
Year Released 2004 2008
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2966 cc 3828 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 258 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 279 Nm 350 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1416 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 67 L


 

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