2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 Rover 25
To start off, both 2006 Ford Galaxy and 2006 Rover 25 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Rover 25. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 615 kg more than 2006 Rover 25. 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 (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 25. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Galaxy | 2006 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Galaxy | 25 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
