2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Galaxy (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 484 kg more than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 2007 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Fiorino | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
