1996 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 13 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 795 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mitsubishi Galant | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
Model | Galant | Rexton |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |