2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1053 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (340 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Defender | Galant |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 3835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |