2004 Ford Galaxy vs. 2004 Saturn ION
To start off, both 2004 Ford Galaxy and 2004 Saturn ION were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn ION (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 491 kg more than 2004 Saturn ION.
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 (326 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Galaxy | 2004 Saturn ION | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | Galaxy | ION |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |