1998 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1998 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Galaxy.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Galaxy | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Galaxy | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
