1996 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 9 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
