1995 Ford Galaxy vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 1995 Ford Galaxy and 1995 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Galaxy (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 444 kg more than 1995 Nissan Maxima. 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 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Galaxy | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Galaxy | Maxima |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1789 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |