2006 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Galant | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
