2006 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2013 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 7 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, 2013 Mazda CX-9 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster 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, 2013 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | 2013 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | Galant | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |
