1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 13 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (174 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 272 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
Because 2009 BMW 530 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, 2009 BMW 530 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, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Galaxy | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Galaxy | 530 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 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 | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
