2009 Infiniti EX vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti EX weights approximately 349 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 Infiniti EX 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, 2009 Infiniti EX 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, 2009 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti EX | 1999 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | EX | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
