1999 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 401 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Galant | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| 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 | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
