2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1646 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1999 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F-250 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1834 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2640 mm |
