2007 Acura TL vs. 2009 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2009 Ford Galaxy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2009 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
