2009 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant (258 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 578 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mitsubishi Galant (351 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Galant | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 2824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
