2009 Ford Galaxy vs. 2009 Ford GT
To start off, both 2009 Ford Galaxy and 2009 Ford GT were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Ford GT.
Because 2009 Ford GT 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 GT. 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 GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT 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 GT | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Galaxy | GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
