2007 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Octavia 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 59 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 226 kg more than 2004 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2004 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2004 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Galant | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
