1999 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 9 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mitsubishi Galant | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Galant | Tundra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2349 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3710 mm |