1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 1996 Lancia Dedra
To start off, both 1996 Ford Galaxy and 1996 Lancia Dedra were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Galaxy (174 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 572 kg more than 1996 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Galaxy (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Dedra. 1996 Ford Galaxy has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Dedra has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Dedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Ford Galaxy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Galaxy | 1996 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Galaxy | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1787 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
