2009 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (258 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 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 1998 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (351 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 911 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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Galant | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
