2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 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 60 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 190 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (340 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Galant | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
