2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2006 Ford Galaxy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege. 2000 Mazda Protege has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Galaxy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Protege will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Galaxy | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Galaxy | Protege |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
