1997 Ford Galaxy vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1997 Ford Galaxy and 1997 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Galaxy (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 389 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 1997 Ford Galaxy (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Galaxy | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Galaxy | Golf |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |