2009 Ford Galaxy vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2009 Ford Galaxy and 2009 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 126 kg more than 2009 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Galaxy.
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2009 Ford Galaxy | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Galaxy | Rexton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |