2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 880 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Galant | Park Ward |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3360 mm |
