2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 23 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Galaxy | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
