2004 Ford Galaxy vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 6 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 138 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
Because 2010 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Galaxy (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Galaxy | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Galaxy | 325 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1683 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
