2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2007 Ford Galaxy and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 204 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.

Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Galaxy 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Ford Mercedes-Benz
Model Galaxy C
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1894 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.2:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 164 km/hour 223 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 17.2 seconds 10 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1739 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L


 

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