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Mitsuoka Galue II 3.0 (240 Hp) Automatic
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Mitsuoka Galue:
The Mitsuoka Galue is a series of luxury cars, based on mainstream Japanese automobiles, customized by Mitsuoka to resemble classic British and American cars.
The first series consists of three generations of medium-to-large cars: the Galue-I, the Galue-II and the Galue-III.
The Galue-I was based on the Nissan Crew, and shared its RB20E 2-litre engine and other mechanical parts with the Crew. The styling of the front and rear was changed to give a more classical appearance; specifically, the chrome grille resembled that found on Bentley models such as the R-type. The rear lights were taken from the Cadillac Fleetwood. The interior was fitted with leather seats and wood trim. Additions such as chrome on the door handles and wire wheels were also available. The Galue-I was made from 1996 to 1999 as the Galue, then when the Galue-II was introduced the name was changed to Galue-I and production continued until 2001....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Mitsuoka Galue (II). With 309 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1620 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Mitsuoka Galue II was a niche vehicle and was not subjected to Euro NCAP crash testing. Its underlying platform, the Nissan Cedric/Gloria, would have met contemporary Japanese safety standards for its era.
3.0 (240 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The larger 3.0L V6 provides a noticeable boost in power, offering more effortless acceleration and stronger highway passing capabilities. It maintains the V6's inherent smoothness.
Fuel Economy
While more powerful, the 3.0L's fuel economy will be slightly worse than the 2.5L, but the added torque might make it feel less strained, potentially leading to similar real-world figures for some drivers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Distinctive and unique retro styling
- • Luxurious and comfortable interior
- • Smooth and reliable Nissan V6 engines
- • Refined ride quality
- • Exclusivity due to limited production
Cons:
- • Niche appeal may limit resale value
- • Potentially challenging to find specific body parts
- • Fuel economy is not a strong point
- • Older automatic transmission technology
- • Based on an older platform, lacking modern safety/tech features
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mitsuoka |
| Model: | Galue |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 (240 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 240 Hp @ 6400 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 80.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 309 Nm @ 3600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | VQ30DD |
| Engine displacement: | 2987 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 93 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 73.3 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.8 kg/Hp, 148.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.2 kg/Nm, 190.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1620 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5060 mm mm |
| Width: | 1770 mm mm |
| Height: | 1450 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2800 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1500 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1500 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 205/65 R15 |
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