2000 Ford Galaxy vs. 2000 Acura EL

To start off, both 2000 Ford Galaxy and 2000 Acura EL were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 511 kg more than 2000 Acura EL.

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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Galaxy 2000 Acura EL
Make Ford Acura
Model Galaxy EL
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 113 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1079 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4478 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1704 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1394 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2619 mm


 

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