2004 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (188 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Safari 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 2004 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 2007 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Safari | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
