2009 Kia Carens vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 3 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens.
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 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Carens | 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Carens | Galant |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |