2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2007 Ford F-450
To start off, both 2007 Ford Galaxy and 2007 Ford F-450 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-450 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2007 Ford F-450 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 2007 Ford F-450. 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 F-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 2007 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Galaxy | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
