1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 460 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Galant has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Trans Sport | Galant |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |