1997 Ford Galaxy vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 297 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord.
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, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Galaxy | 2003 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Galaxy | Accord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
