2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 2006 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato 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 2,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Galaxy (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 337 kg more than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Galaxy (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato. 2006 Ford Galaxy has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Galaxy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Ducato | 2006 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ducato | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |