2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2005 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Idea and 2005 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Galaxy (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea.
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, 2005 Ford Galaxy (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 2005 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
