2006 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2011 Cadillac Escalade 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 2011 Cadillac Escalade. 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Cadillac |
Model | Galant | Escalade |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3835 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 98 L |