2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva 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 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 79 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 235 kg more than 2012 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lada Niva 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 (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lada |
| Model | Galant | Niva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |
