2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia

To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 6 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 170 kg more than 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia.

Because 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (340 Nm). This means 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mitsubishi Galant 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
Make Mitsubishi Ferrari
Model Galant 458 Italia
Year Released 2004 2010
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3835 cc 4500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 570 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 9000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 539 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4526 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1938 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1214 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 86 L


 

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