2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2000 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier and 2000 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 403 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2000 Ford Galaxy (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2000 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Cavalier | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |