2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2006 Ford Galaxy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Galaxy (201 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 266 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Galaxy (265 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Galaxy | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Galaxy | Sable |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
