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


 

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