2005 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 202 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
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 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Galant | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Galant | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |