2006 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2010 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Galant | Boxster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |