2000 Ford Galaxy vs. 2000 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, both 2000 Ford Galaxy and 2000 Hyundai Satellite were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Galaxy (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 204 kg more than 2000 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2000 Hyundai Satellite is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Hyundai Satellite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hyundai Satellite (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Galaxy | 2000 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Galaxy | Satellite |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3090 mm |
