2004 Ford Galaxy vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2004 Ford Galaxy and 2004 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 362 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Galaxy | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Galaxy | Polo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |