2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 6 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 785 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2012 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Galaxy | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Galaxy | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
