2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2002 Buick LeSabre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick LeSabre (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 397 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LeSabre | Galant |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
