1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 2000 Honda S2000
To start off, 2000 Honda S2000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 414 kg more than 2000 Honda S2000.
Because 2000 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Galaxy | 2000 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Galaxy | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
