2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando

To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 101 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2005 SsangYong Korando 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. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Galaxy 2005 SsangYong Korando
Make Ford SsangYong
Model Galaxy Korando
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1894 cc 2293 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 90.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 88.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.4:1
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1739 kg 1840 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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