2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 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, 2012 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2012 BMW 330 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 2012 BMW 330. 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, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (340 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Galant | 330 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 57 L |
