2008 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1131 kg more than 2005 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | 2005 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
