2006 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. 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 98 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Galant | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
