2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour

To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 16 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Galaxy 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
Make Ford Honda
Model Galaxy Accord Crosstour
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Minivan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 344 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1779 kg 1763 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4999 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1897 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1669 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2797 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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