1996 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 464 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Galant | Hilux |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3090 mm |