1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 244 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 Nissan Navara 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 2007 Nissan Navara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Galaxy. 2007 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Galaxy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Galaxy | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Galaxy | Navara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
