2004 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 2 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape.
Because 2004 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Ford Escape (257 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (214 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Escape | 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escape | Galant |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 214 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |