2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sorento | Galant |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |