1997 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 912 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi Galant | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | Navara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 404 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3210 mm |
