1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 959 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Because 2000 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. 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 Lotus Elise (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Galaxy | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Galaxy | Elise |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.3 mm |
| 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 | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
