2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1201 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Expedition (496 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (340 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Expedition | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 67 L |
