2006 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2011 Suzuki Equator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
Model | Galant | Equator |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3835 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |