1999 Chrysler Cirrus vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 1999 Chrysler Cirrus and 1999 Mitsubishi Galant were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Cirrus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler Cirrus (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Cirrus should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Cirrus weights approximately 217 kg more than 1999 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 Chrysler Cirrus (230 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Cirrus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. 1999 Chrysler Cirrus has automatic transmission and 1999 Mitsubishi Galant has manual transmission. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chrysler Cirrus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Cirrus | 1999 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cirrus | Galant |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
