2000 Cadillac Imaj vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Imaj is newer by 1 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 4,228 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Imaj is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (193 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Imaj weights approximately 85 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 2000 Cadillac Imaj 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, 2000 Cadillac Imaj 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, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (553 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Imaj will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Imaj | 1999 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Imaj | Galant |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2640 mm |
