2007 BMW 525 vs. 1998 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 204 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1998 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
