2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra

To start off, both 2007 Ford Galaxy and 2007 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 351 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.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy. 2007 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Galaxy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Galaxy 2007 Toyota Tundra
Make Ford Toyota
Model Galaxy Tundra
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1894 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 236 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1739 kg 2090 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 5340 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 3230 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 100 L


 

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