2000 Ford Galaxy vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 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 2,771 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Galaxy | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Galaxy | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
