1999 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2002 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2002 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Aztek 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, 2002 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Galant | 2002 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Galant | Aztek |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
