1996 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 11 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), 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 272 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
