2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 10 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (193 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1138 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 2009 GMC Yukon 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 2009 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 1999 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Yukon | Galant |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |