2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2006 Ford Galaxy and 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 344 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Galaxy | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Galaxy | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |