2008 Ford Galaxy vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, both 2008 Ford Galaxy and 2008 Mazda CX-7 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 33 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2008 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Galaxy | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Galaxy | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
