2007 BMW 650 vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy

To start off, both 2007 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 99 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.

Because 2007 BMW 650 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 650. 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy. 2007 BMW 650 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 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 650 2007 Ford Galaxy
Make BMW Ford
Model 650 Galaxy
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 1894 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 363 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 164 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.4 seconds 17.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1739 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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