2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2006 Ford Galaxy and 2006 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2006 Ford Galaxy and 2006 Volkswagen Polo are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Galaxy (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 521 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Galaxy | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Galaxy | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1683 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |