2004 Ford Galaxy vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series

To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 9 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 45 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.

Because 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Galaxy. 2013 BMW 3 Series 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. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Galaxy 2013 BMW 3 Series
Make Ford BMW
Model Galaxy 3 Series
Year Released 2004 2013
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2295 cc 2979 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 407 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.6 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 89 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.2
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1728 kg 1683 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4636 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2031 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1434 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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