2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 1995 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 287 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma.
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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 1995 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Tacuma | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
