2007 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2011 Ford Galaxy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 645 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
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 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Galaxy. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Galaxy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2011 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |