2005 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (420 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (143 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1159 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (552 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant.
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2005 Mitsubishi Galant | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Galant | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 552 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2449 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |