2005 Rover 75 vs. 2005 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2005 Rover 75 and 2005 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Rover 75. 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 (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Rover 75 | 2005 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Rover | Ford |
Model | 75 | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |