2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2012 Audi A8

To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 5 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 261 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 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy. 2012 Audi A8 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. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Galaxy 2012 Audi A8
Make Ford Audi
Model Galaxy A8
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1894 cc 4200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 372 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 444 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 164 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1739 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 5136 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1948 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1461 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2992 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 90 L


 

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