2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang 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. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 153 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Galaxy.
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2005 Ford Mustang | 2004 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |