1999 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Galant | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2349 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |