2004 Ford Galaxy vs. 2007 Audi R8

To start off, 2007 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 118 kg more than 2007 Audi R8.

Because 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 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, 2007 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Galaxy. 2007 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Galaxy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Galaxy 2007 Audi R8
Make Ford Audi
Model Galaxy R8
Year Released 2004 2007
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1896 cc 4163 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 414 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 430 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 12.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 188 km/hour 301 km/hour
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1683 kg 1565 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 13.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 75 L


 

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