2009 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 43 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2004 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1728 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |