2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
Model | Elise | Galant |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 67 L |