2004 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 221 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Ford Escape (257 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Escape | 2007 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escape | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1739 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |