1999 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1998 Toyota Picnic

To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 32 kg more than 1998 Toyota Picnic. 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 Mitsubishi Galant (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Picnic. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Picnic has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Picnic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mitsubishi Galant 1998 Toyota Picnic
Make Mitsubishi Toyota
Model Galant Picnic
Year Released 1999 1998
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2349 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1338 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2680 mm