2006 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1276 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2011 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escape | Galant |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2400 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |