1999 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 12 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant.

Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mitsubishi Galant 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
Make Mitsubishi Mercedes-Benz
Model Galant R
Year Released 1999 2011
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2349 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 5156 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1958 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1661 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 3216 mm


 

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