2004 Ford Galaxy vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2004 Ford Galaxy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Signum would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 233 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Signum.
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 Vauxhall Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Galaxy | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Galaxy | Signum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1683 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
