2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 47 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Galant | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
