2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 366 kg more than 2012 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 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2012 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | LaCrosse | Galant |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |