2007 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2007 BMW 330 and 2007 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 199 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Galaxy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2007 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1739 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |