1995 Ford Galaxy vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, both 1995 Ford Galaxy and 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Galaxy (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. (75 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 399 kg more than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Ford Galaxy (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Galaxy | 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Galaxy | 200 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
