1996 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2006 Ford Galaxy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,707 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Ford Falcon.
Because 1996 Ford Falcon 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 1996 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Falcon | 2006 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Falcon | Galaxy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3707 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |