2005 Honda CR-V vs. 2010 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2010 Ford Galaxy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 390 kg more than 2010 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Galaxy. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 2010 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | CR-V | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
