2007 Ford C-MAX vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2007 Ford C-MAX 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 363 kg more than 2007 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford C-MAX (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford C-MAX | 2007 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | C-MAX | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |