2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 (229 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
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 (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Galant | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
