2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2005 Porsche 911

To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.

Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mitsubishi Galant 2005 Porsche 911
Make Mitsubishi Porsche
Model Galant 911
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3835 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 230 HP 316 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 370 Nm
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 96.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 82.8 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 18.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 64 L


 

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