2011 Ford Galaxy vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, both 2011 Ford Galaxy and 2011 Mazda Premacy were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 324 kg more than 2011 Mazda Premacy. 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, 2011 Ford Galaxy (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Galaxy | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Galaxy | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
