2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 6 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, 2013 Acura ILX (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 383 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Galaxy | ILX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
