2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2003 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2006 Ford Galaxy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 209 kg more than 2003 Holden Vectra.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Galaxy | 2003 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Galaxy | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
