2008 Ford Galaxy vs. 2008 Suzuki Splash
To start off, both 2008 Ford Galaxy and 2008 Suzuki Splash were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 752 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Splash. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ford Galaxy (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Galaxy | 2008 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Galaxy | Splash |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
