2007 Acura TL vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 3 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (340 Nm). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | TL | Galant |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |