1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 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 2 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 557 kg more than 1996 Ford Galaxy.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Galaxy | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Galaxy | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1787 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
