2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander 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 4,703 cc, 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 157 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 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Commander | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
Model | Commander | Galant |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2378 cc |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2640 mm |