2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.

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, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mitsubishi Colt 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
Make Mitsubishi Mitsubishi
Model Colt Galant
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1332 cc 2399 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 94 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.5 mm 87.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 100.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 67 L


 

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