2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 5 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (144 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Canyon | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2640 mm |
