1995 Ford Galaxy vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 129 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Galaxy | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Galaxy | Forester |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2616 mm |
