2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2000 Opel Agila
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Galaxy (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Opel Agila. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 709 kg more than 2000 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 2000 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Galaxy | Agila |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
