1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1995 Ford Galaxy

To start off, both 1995 Ford Scorpio and 1995 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Galaxy (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 233 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Ford Scorpio (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Galaxy.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Scorpio 1995 Ford Galaxy
Make Ford Ford
Model Scorpio Galaxy
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1556 kg 1789 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1740 mm