1995 Ford Galaxy vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 17 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 172 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 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Galaxy | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Galaxy | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1789 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
