2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 43 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Galant (339 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colorado | Galant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1658 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 67 L |
