2000 Ford Galaxy vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2003 Volvo C70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (197 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Volvo C70.
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, 2003 Volvo C70 (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Galaxy | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Galaxy | C70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
