2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2010 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2010 Ford Galaxy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda Etude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda Etude would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 586 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
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 (170 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2010 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Etude | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
