2006 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carnival 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 93 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Galant | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
