2009 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 486 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, both vehicles can yield 340 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 271 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
