2006 Kia Cerato vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 790 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato. 2006 Kia Cerato has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Galant has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Cerato will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cerato | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
