2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
