2005 Ford Freestar 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 Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
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 Freestar (325 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2006 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Freestar | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1779 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
