2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 386 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
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, 2009 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | CR-V | Galant |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |