2009 Ford Galaxy vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Ford Galaxy and 2009 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 252 kg more than 2009 Ford Galaxy.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Galaxy | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Galaxy | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |