2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 Hummer H1
To start off, both 2006 Ford Galaxy and 2006 Hummer H1 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H1 (300 HP) has 211 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2006 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hummer H1 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, 2006 Hummer H1 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 Hummer H1 (705 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy. 2006 Hummer H1 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Galaxy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hummer H1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Ford Galaxy | 2006 Hummer H1 | |
Make | Ford | Hummer |
Model | Galaxy | H1 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 6604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 705 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 2904 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 195 L |