2004 Ford Galaxy vs. 2004 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, both 2004 Ford Galaxy and 2004 Hyundai Tucson were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 61 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 242 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Galaxy (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Galaxy | 2004 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Galaxy | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
