1999 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 13 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Because 2012 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 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, 2012 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan NP300 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 | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2349 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2960 mm |
