2006 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape 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 27 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 175 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escape | Galant |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 67 L |