1998 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Galant | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Galant | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
