2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 715 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner 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 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. 2009 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1998 Mitsubishi Galant has manual transmission. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 1998 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mariner | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
