2001 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2001 Acura NSX 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 2001 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2001 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | NSX | Galant |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
