2007 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Galant 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 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6, 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | Galant | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
