2009 Ford Galaxy vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2009 Ford Galaxy and 2009 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6.
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 (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Galaxy | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Galaxy | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
