2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (176 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 114 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
Model | Galant | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |