2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2010 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2010 Ford Galaxy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Ford Galaxy. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 318 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
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 Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 2010 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Odyssey | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1779 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
