2005 Ford Galaxy vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Galaxy | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Galaxy | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
