2006 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio.
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 (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Kia Rio | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
Model | Galant | Rio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4046 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 43 L |