1995 Ford Galaxy vs. 1996 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1996 Toyota Paseo 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 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 83 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 869 kg more than 1996 Toyota Paseo. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Galaxy | 1996 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Galaxy | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1789 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
