2005 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon.
Because 2005 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Falcon | 2006 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Falcon | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1725 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |