2006 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1995 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru SVX weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX 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, 1995 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | 1995 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Galant | SVX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
