2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant

To start off, 2003 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 7 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 5,952 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1385 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.

Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. 2003 Avanti Studebaker has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Galant has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2003 Avanti Studebaker 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
Make Avanti Mitsubishi
Model Studebaker Galant
Year Released 2003 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5952 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 321 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2675 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 5490 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 2040 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3410 mm 2640 mm