2005 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2005 Ford Galaxy and 2005 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Galaxy (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 117 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Galaxy (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Galaxy | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Galaxy | Caddy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1683 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |