2008 Ford Galaxy vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2008 Ford Galaxy and 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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 (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Galaxy | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Galaxy | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |