2004 Ford Galaxy vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 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. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (201 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 424 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2008 Toyota Highlander 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Galaxy | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Galaxy | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
