1995 Ford Galaxy vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 3 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 37 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 251 kg more than 1995 Ford Galaxy.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Galaxy | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Galaxy | Safari |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1789 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
