2006 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Prius V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |
