1999 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy 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 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 937 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy 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 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Galant | Caddy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2349 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |