2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, both 2007 Ford Galaxy and 2007 Nissan Murano were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (332 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Galaxy | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Galaxy | Murano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |