1995 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Galaxy | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Galaxy | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3090 mm |
