2005 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 Toyota Camry

To start off, both 2005 Ford Galaxy and 2005 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (159 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.

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 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Galaxy.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Galaxy 2005 Toyota Camry
Make Ford Toyota
Model Galaxy Camry
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2295 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 159 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 220 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1725 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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