1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 Daihatsu Terios

To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Galaxy would be higher. 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 88 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 662 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1996 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Ford Galaxy 2005 Daihatsu Terios
Make Ford Daihatsu
Model Galaxy Terios
Year Released 1996 2005
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 174 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3200 RPM
Top Speed 193 km/hour 145 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1787 kg 1125 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 46 L


 

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