2004 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2004 AC Aceca and 2004 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 218 kg more than 2004 AC Aceca.
Because 2004 AC Aceca 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 2004 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Galaxy. 2004 Ford Galaxy has automatic transmission and 2004 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2004 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Galaxy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 2004 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1728 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |