2009 Ford Galaxy vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, both 2009 Ford Galaxy and 2009 Hyundai i30 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 5 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 346 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 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Galaxy | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Galaxy | i30 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.7 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 | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |