2006 Chevrolet Aveo 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 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2012 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Aveo | Galant |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 67 L |