2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom

To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 830 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 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 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, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (340 Nm). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mitsubishi Galant 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom
Make Mitsubishi Rolls-Royce
Model Galant Phantom
Year Released 2004 2003
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3835 cc 6749 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 454 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5350 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 721 Nm
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 84.6 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 2485 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 6090 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 3580 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 11 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 24.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 100 L


 

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