1995 Ford Galaxy vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 659 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Galaxy. 2012 Toyota Tundra 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. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Ford Galaxy | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Galaxy | Tundra |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3230 mm |