1999 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1999 Mitsubishi Galant has manual transmission. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Galant | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Galant | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
