2008 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon

To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.

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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mitsubishi Galant 2006 Toyota Avalon
Make Mitsubishi Toyota
Model Galant Avalon
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2378 cc 3458 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 160 HP 268 HP
Torque 213 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4700 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 5020 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 70 L


 

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