2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 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 49 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C4 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
