2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2006 Ford Galaxy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Galaxy (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Justy. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 773 kg more than 2005 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Justy will offer significantly more control. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Justy. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Galaxy | 2005 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Galaxy | Justy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1683 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
