2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 55 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.
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 Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 2005 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Galaxy | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
