2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise 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, 2012 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 608 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Because 2012 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lotus |
| Model | Galant | Elise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2299 mm |
