2002 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 3 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 25 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, 2002 Honda Accord (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1999 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Galant |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |