2004 Ford Galaxy vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2004 Ford Galaxy and 2004 Skoda Fabia 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 16 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 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 Skoda Fabia (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Galaxy | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Galaxy | Fabia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |