1996 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 16 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, both vehicles can yield 124 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. 2012 Kia Carens 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, 2012 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Galant | Carens |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
