2000 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2008 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2008 Ford Galaxy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 158 kg more than 2000 Dodge Intrepid.
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 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Intrepid | 2008 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Intrepid | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |
