2005 Lexus ES 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 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus ES (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus ES 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, 2005 Lexus ES (325 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus ES | 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | ES | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
