2004 Ford Galaxy vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 116 kg more than 2004 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2007 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Galaxy | 2007 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Galaxy | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
