2012 Hyundai Veloster vs. 2012 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2012 Hyundai Veloster and 2012 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 553 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. 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, 2012 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Veloster.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Hyundai Veloster | 2012 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Veloster | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1172 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4219 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |