2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 730 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life 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, 1998 Honda Life 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Galant | Life |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |