1996 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2001 Seat Cordoba is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Galant | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
