2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 4 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, 2011 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 498 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight.
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 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Galaxy | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Galaxy | Insight |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |