1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 11 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (174 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 229 kg more than 1996 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Galaxy | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Galaxy | Pilot |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1787 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |