2000 Fiat Seicento 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 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 1044 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Galaxy (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Seicento | 2004 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Seicento | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1779 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
