2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 267 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
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 Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
