1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (174 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 289 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Galaxy | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Galaxy | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1787 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |