2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (229 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 545 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 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Galant | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
