2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1997 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1997 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tiburon | Galant |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
