2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy

To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 237 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5.

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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C5 2007 Ford Galaxy
Make Citroen Ford
Model C5 Galaxy
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1894 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 205 km/hour 164 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 17.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1502 kg 1739 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 70 L


 

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