2005 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Vauxhall Sintra would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | 1997 Vauxhall Sintra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Galant | Sintra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |
