2007 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Galant | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
