2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2004 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2004 Caterham 7 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 1188 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2004 Caterham 7 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 Caterham 7. 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 Caterham 7 (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Caterham 7 | 2004 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Caterham | Ford |
Model | 7 | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1728 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |