2010 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 479 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2007 Ford Galaxy has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Galaxy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Civic | 2007 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4503 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
