2006 Infiniti FX vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Infiniti FX.
Because 2006 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti FX | 2001 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FX | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
