1999 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
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 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Galant | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
