2005 BMW 748 vs. 2000 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 748 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 748 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 2005 BMW 748. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2005 BMW 748 (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 748 | 2000 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 748 | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
