2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2007 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2007 Ford Galaxy and 2007 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (295 HP @ 500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2007 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy. 2007 GMC Yukon 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. 2007 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 2007 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Galaxy | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3310 mm |
