2004 Ford Galaxy vs. 2004 MG ZS
To start off, both 2004 Ford Galaxy and 2004 MG ZS 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 101 more horse power than 2004 MG ZS. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2004 MG ZS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 684 kg more than 2004 MG ZS. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG ZS. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG ZS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Galaxy | 2004 MG ZS | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Galaxy | ZS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
