1995 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 334 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Galaxy | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Galaxy | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
