2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H

To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 164 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H.

Because 2006 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Galaxy 2006 SsangYong Chairman H
Make Ford SsangYong
Model Galaxy Chairman H
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1894 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1739 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2910 mm


 

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