2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 52 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Galant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 67 L |
