2005 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Galant | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Galant | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 187 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |