Mazda 626 vs Mitsubishi Galant
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2012 Mitsubishi Galant
Overview
| Spec | Mazda 626LX | Mitsubishi GalantES |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | ES |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2002 | 2012 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mazda 626LX | Mitsubishi GalantES |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $18,785 (best) | $21,899 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mazda 626LX | Mitsubishi GalantES |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| City MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 16.9 gal | 17.7 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Mazda 626LX | Mitsubishi GalantES |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 125 hp | 160 hp (best) |
| Torque | 127 lb-ft | 157 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mazda 626LX | Mitsubishi GalantES |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14.2 cu ft (best) | 13.3 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 2,864 lbs (best) | 3,395 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.2 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 108.3 in (best) |
| Length | 187.4 in | 191.1 in (best) |
| Width | 69.3 in | 72.4 in (best) |
| Height | 55.1 in | 57.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mazda 626LX | Mitsubishi GalantES |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Mazda 626 | Mitsubishi Galant |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $18,785 MSRP(Currently comparing) | ES $21,899 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LX V6 $19,985 MSRP | SE $24,299 MSRP |
| 3 | ES V6 $21,885 MSRP | — |
Mazda 626 vs Mitsubishi Galant FAQ
- Which is better: 2002 Mazda 626 or 2012 Mitsubishi Galant?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2002 Mazda 626 vs 2012 Mitsubishi Galant on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2002 Mazda 626 or 2012 Mitsubishi Galant?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2002 Mazda 626 starts lower at $18,785.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2002 Mazda 626 or 2012 Mitsubishi Galant?
- The 2002 Mazda 626 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (18,785).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2002 Mazda 626 or 2012 Mitsubishi Galant?
- The 2002 Mazda 626 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
- Which has better horsepower: 2002 Mazda 626 or 2012 Mitsubishi Galant?
- The 2002 Mazda 626 leads on horsepower in this comparison (165).