2011 Ford Galaxy 2 vs. 2011 Ford Galaxy 2.3 Ambiente
To start off, both 2011 Ford Galaxy 2 and 2011 Ford Galaxy 2.3 Ambiente were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Galaxy 2.3 Ambiente is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 143 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Galaxy 2.3 Ambiente weights approximately 615 kg more than 2011 Ford Galaxy 2.
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, 2011 Ford Galaxy 2.3 Ambiente (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Galaxy 2. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Galaxy 2.3 Ambiente will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Galaxy 2.
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2011 Ford Galaxy 2 | 2011 Ford Galaxy 2.3 Ambiente | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Galaxy | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |