1998 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 11 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 3,629 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1998 Mitsubishi Galant has manual transmission. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Mitsubishi Galant | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Galant | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 3629 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |