2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 2004 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2004 Ford Galaxy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Tacuma would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 258 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 2004 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Tacuma | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
