2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Galaxy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Galaxy | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Galaxy | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
