1995 Ford Galaxy vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 1996 Ford Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 509 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo 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 1996 Ford Indigo. 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Galaxy | 1996 Ford Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Galaxy | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
