2004 Ford Galaxy vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 Ford Galaxy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 86 kg more than 2004 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 Ford Galaxy (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Galaxy | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Galaxy | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
