2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2006 Ford Galaxy and 2006 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 239 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40.
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 Volvo S40 (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Galaxy | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Galaxy | S40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |