1995 Ford Galaxy vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 16 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 71 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 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Galaxy | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Galaxy | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1789 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
