2007 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2010 Ford Galaxy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Galaxy (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 479 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Galaxy (170 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2010 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
