2006 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 33 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Galant | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
