2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2006 Ford Galaxy and 2006 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Galaxy (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (101 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 594 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Swift. 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 (170 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Galaxy | 2006 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Galaxy | Swift |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |