1998 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 927 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Galant | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Galant | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2893 mm |
