2005 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen
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 Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 160 kg more than 1993 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 1993 Toyota Lexcen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (220 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | 1993 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
