2005 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 BMW 645
To start off, both 2005 Ford Galaxy and 2005 BMW 645 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 BMW 645.
Because 2005 BMW 645 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 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 BMW 645 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Galaxy. 2005 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Galaxy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford Galaxy | 2005 BMW 645 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Galaxy | 645 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |