2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 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, 2010 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (170 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy. 2010 Audi Q5 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. 2010 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Galaxy | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
