2012 Ford Galaxy vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2012 Ford Galaxy and 2012 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka.
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, 2012 Ford Galaxy (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Galaxy | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Galaxy | Ka |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
