1998 Ford Galaxy vs. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1
To start off, both 1998 Ford Galaxy and 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 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 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1998 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 829 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Because 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 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 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Galaxy | 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Galaxy | Euro 1 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1160 mm |
