2005 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 Ford Galaxy and 2005 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (257 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Ford Galaxy. 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 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Galaxy | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Galaxy | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |