2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2006 Ford Galaxy and 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (221 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 398 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Galaxy | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Galaxy | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 221 HP |
Torque | 310 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1683 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |