1999 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 8 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 45 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 120 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Galant | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
