2005 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Nubira (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 559 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Nubira.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Nubira | 2007 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
