2010 Ford Galaxy vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, both 2010 Ford Galaxy and 2010 BMW 123 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2010 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 123 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Galaxy. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Galaxy | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Galaxy | 123 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
