2006 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ka and 2006 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Galaxy (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 773 kg more than 2006 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ka | 2006 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Ka | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1739 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |