1996 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 10 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 2,972 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galant | Colt |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2970 mm |
