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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 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 Galaxy weights approximately 530 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, 2009 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.

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 2293 cc 1795 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.6 mm 80.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 196 km/hour 198 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.3 seconds 10.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1725 kg 1195 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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