2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 2006 BMW Z4 and 2006 Mitsubishi Galant were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
Because 2006 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | Z4 | Galant |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |