1995 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 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 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 454 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Galaxy | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Galaxy | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |
