2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 1 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (144 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 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, 2005 Mazda B4000 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, 2005 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B4000 | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B4000 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2640 mm |
