1999 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo is newer by 4 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 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 24 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Echo. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Echo has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Echo 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 | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Echo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2349 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
