2006 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Because 2013 Scion FR-S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Scion FR-S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Scion |
| Model | Galant | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
