2006 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Vel Satis 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 62 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (280 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Galant | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Galant | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |