2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (152 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 (340 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galant | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 58 L |
