2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2006 Ford Galaxy and 2006 Ford Focus 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 Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 563 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Galaxy | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Galaxy | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |