2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Colt and 2006 Mitsubishi Galant were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant, 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colt | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3835 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 67 L |
