2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 9 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 707 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mountaineer | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
