2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (144 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 565 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galant | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
