1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant (258 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 490 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant (351 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2009 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Explorer | Galant |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 258 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
