2004 Ford Galaxy vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2004 Ford Galaxy and 2004 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (201 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Galaxy | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Galaxy | E |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 1799 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
