2005 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (220 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |
