1995 Ford Galaxy vs. 1995 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 1995 Ford Galaxy and 1995 Nissan Almera 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 20 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Almera. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 614 kg more than 1995 Nissan Almera. 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, 1995 Ford Galaxy (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Almera. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Galaxy | 1995 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Galaxy | Almera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
