2007 Honda Element 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 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 211 kg more than 2010 Ford Galaxy.
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 (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2010 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Element | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1779 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
