2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Galant | Challenger |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |