1999 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
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, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mitsubishi Galant | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
Model | Galant | 6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2349 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |