2000 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2004 Ford Galaxy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 4 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1779 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
