2007 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2004 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Highlander 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 12 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2004 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Galant | 2004 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Galant | Highlander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 73 L |