2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 166 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
