2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series

To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 6 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 481 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 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Ford Galaxy 2013 BMW 5 Series
Make Ford BMW
Model Galaxy 5 Series
Year Released 2007 2013
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1894 cc 4395 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 439 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 651 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 89 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.0 :1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 164 km/hour 240 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 17.2 seconds 5.4 seconds
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1739 kg 2220 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4999 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2132 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1559 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 3070 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L