2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2009 Ford Explorer and 2009 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Explorer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (369 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Galaxy. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Galaxy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Explorer | 2009 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Explorer | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |