2004 Ford Galaxy vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Ford Galaxy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 318 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra.
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, 2003 Opel Astra (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Galaxy | 2003 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Galaxy | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
