2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 8 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 30 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Galant | A3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
