1988 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2005 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2005 Ford Galaxy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Galaxy (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 431 kg more than 1988 Pontiac 6000. 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, 2005 Ford Galaxy (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac 6000 | 2005 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | 6000 | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
