2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2007 Ford Galaxy and 2007 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 616 kg more than 2007 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Galaxy | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Galaxy | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3189 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |