2008 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant.
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 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Galant | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Galant | 407 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 66 L |
