2005 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 Ford Ranger

To start off, both 2005 Ford Galaxy and 2005 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Galaxy (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Galaxy 2005 Ford Ranger
Make Ford Ford
Model Galaxy Ranger
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 2499 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 262 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1683 kg 1208 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 5090 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 82 L


 

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