1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, both 1996 Ford Galaxy and 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (174 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 312 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Galaxy. 1996 Ford Galaxy has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Ford Galaxy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Galaxy | 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galaxy | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1787 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
