2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1215 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Maybach 57 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 Maybach 57. 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 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 686 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Maybach |
| Model | Galant | 57 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3391 mm |
