2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 321 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mitsubishi Galant (340 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Galant | Leon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
