2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 600 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Picanto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Picanto | 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Picanto | Galant |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 67 L |