2004 Mazda 2 vs. 2004 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2004 Mazda 2 and 2004 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Galaxy (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2004 Ford Galaxy.
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 (326 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2. 2004 Ford Galaxy has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Galaxy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mazda 2 | 2004 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | 2 | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1741 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |