2007 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 535 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galant | Colt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
