2009 Ford Galaxy vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Galaxy.
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2009 Ford Galaxy | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Galaxy | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2874 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 | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |