2004 Ford Galaxy vs. 2004 Lada 2123
To start off, both 2004 Ford Galaxy and 2004 Lada 2123 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Galaxy (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 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, 2004 Lada 2123 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 (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Galaxy | 2004 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Galaxy | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
