2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 209 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Galaxy | Murano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
