2006 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2006 BMW 525 and 2006 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 323 kg more than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2006 BMW 525 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 2006 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Galaxy (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2006 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
