1999 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius 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 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 10 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Galant | Prius |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2349 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |