2004 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Galaxy would be higher. Both 2004 Ford Galaxy and 2005 SsangYong Korando are equipped with a 2,295 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 123 kg more than 2004 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Galaxy.
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2004 Ford Galaxy | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Galaxy | Korando |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |