2006 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 6 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 401 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Galant | Vito |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 78 L |