2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (143 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 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, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
