2012 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2006 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 901 kg more than 2006 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Land Rover Range Rover | 2006 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Land Rover | Ford |
Model | Range Rover | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 508 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2584 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4973 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2035 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2891 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 70 L |