1995 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 11 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 277 kg more than 1995 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Galaxy. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Galaxy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Galaxy | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Galaxy | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
