2005 Kia Optima 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 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Optima 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 60 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima.
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) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (241 Nm). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Optima | 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Optima | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
