2007 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy

To start off, both 2007 BMW 530 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2007 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 530 2007 Ford Galaxy
Make BMW Ford
Model 530 Galaxy
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2991 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 500 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 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
Top Speed 242 km/hour 164 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.2 seconds 17.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1739 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.2 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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