2010 Honda CR-V vs. 2011 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2011 Ford Galaxy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 169 kg more than 2010 Honda CR-V.
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, 2010 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Galaxy. 2010 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Galaxy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Honda CR-V | 2011 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | CR-V | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1819 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |