Especificaciones y análisis del Ford Galaxy
Power
150HP
Torque
310Nm
Consumption
6.6l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
11.9s
Top Speed
199km/h
Weight
-kg
Price
33,080€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 6v
FWD
7 / 5 doors
810 L
70 L
110 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Ford Galaxy 1.9 TDi 150 CV Trend (2005-2006)
General description
This generation's Ford Galaxy is much more than a simple minivan; it's the accomplice of countless family adventures. Born from a historic collaboration with the Volkswagen Group, this vehicle shares its soul with the Sharan and the Alhambra, but with Ford's distinctive touch. It represents an era when space, versatility, and the ability to travel together were the ultimate luxury, a true home on wheels.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the Galaxy with the 150 HP 1.9 TDi engine is a pleasant surprise. Despite its size, the thrust of its 310 Nm of torque is felt strongly from low revs, making overtaking and merging safe and capable. It doesn't seek sportiness, but rather offers a poised and calm drive, ideal for devouring miles on the highway with the whole family on board. The six-speed manual gearbox allows for good use of the engine's power, conveying a sense of control and robustness that inspires confidence on every journey.
Design and aesthetics
Its exterior design is a statement of intent: function prevails over form. Its straight lines and large glass area are not meant to charm at first sight, but to promise a bright and extraordinarily spacious interior. And it delivers in spades. Inside, the atmosphere is one of pure practicality and roominess. With seven real seats and a cavernous trunk, every corner is designed to make life on board easier. It's an honest design that prioritizes the well-being of its occupants above any other aesthetic consideration.
Technology and features
The technology of the 2005 Galaxy focuses on the essentials for comfort and safety of the era. Beyond air conditioning or electric windows, its greatest technological feat lies in the efficiency and reliability of its direct-injection engine, a benchmark at the time. It had essential active safety systems like ABS, and its equipment was designed to be durable and functional. You won't find touch screens or advanced connectivity, but you will find the solid engineering of a car built to last and serve.
Competition
The competition was fierce and, curiously, it was in its own house. Its platform siblings, the Volkswagen Sharan and the SEAT Alhambra, were its most direct rivals, offering very similar packages with nuances in design and equipment. Outside of this family, it faced heavyweights of the segment like the Renault Espace, a pioneer in modularity, the Citroën C8 and Peugeot 807 with their sliding doors, or the imposing Chrysler Voyager, the American benchmark for space.
Conclusion
The Ford Galaxy 1.9 TDi is a vehicle that leaves a mark on the heart. It's the car for long trips, for moving houses, for taking the entire soccer team. Its combination of almost unlimited interior space, an energetic and frugal engine, and foolproof robustness make it a smart and emotional choice for those who value shared moments. It's a modern classic of family transport, a safe and reliable haven that delivers what it promises without gimmicks.