2005 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (176 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (143 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. 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, 2006 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Galant | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
