1999 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 7 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 13 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant.
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, 2006 Nissan Primera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Primera 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 | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | Primera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
