2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 5 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 820 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Galaxy | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Galaxy | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 142 L |
