2007 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Galant | 19 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
