2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2007 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2007 Ford Galaxy and 2007 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2007 Jaguar X-Type 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 Jaguar X-Type 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 Jaguar X-Type (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 2007 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Galaxy | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
