1998 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1998 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Prizm and 1998 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 589 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm.
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, 1998 Ford Galaxy (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Prizm | 1998 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Prizm | Galaxy |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |