2005 Ford Galaxy vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 236 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Galaxy | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Galaxy | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
