2009 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2011 Ford Galaxy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. Both 2009 Ford Focus and 2011 Ford Galaxy are equipped with a 1,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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, 2011 Ford Galaxy (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2011 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
