2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 255 kg more than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Galaxy | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Galaxy | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
