2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2006 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2006 Ford Fusion 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Galaxy (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 594 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. 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, 2006 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2006 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fusion | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1739 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |