2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Galaxy (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 899 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Galaxy | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |
