2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (340 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (222 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Previa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
