2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 265 kg more than 2011 Mazda Premacy.
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, 2011 Mazda Premacy (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (170 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Galaxy | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Galaxy | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
