2004 Ford Galaxy vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2004 Ford Galaxy and 2004 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 149 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 (326 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Galaxy | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Galaxy | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
