2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 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 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 86 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 350 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. 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 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| 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 | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 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 | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
