2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
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 Volkswagen Routan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Galaxy | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Galaxy | Routan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 2044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
