2009 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2006 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Antara would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant (258 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Antara.
Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara 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, 2006 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (351 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Galant | 2006 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Antara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1899 cc |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
