2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2004 Renault Megane

To start off, both 2004 Mitsubishi Galant and 2004 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (229 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 89 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.

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 (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mitsubishi Galant 2004 Renault Megane
Make Mitsubishi Renault
Model Galant Megane
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3835 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 229 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1704 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2690 mm


 

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