2005 Ford E-150 vs. 2006 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2006 Ford Galaxy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 604 kg more than 2006 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 2006 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-150 | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1779 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
