2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (301 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1196 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Galant has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Range Rover | Galant |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2640 mm |