2008 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2000 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 806 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 26 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 806. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 75 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 806. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 806. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2000 Peugeot 806 has manual transmission. 2000 Peugeot 806 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Galant | 2000 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Galant | 806 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
