2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2004 Mitsubishi Galant and 2004 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 61 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 Opel Meriva. 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 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Galant | Meriva |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |