2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2007 Ford Galaxy and 2007 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Galaxy | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
