1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 14 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. Both 1996 Ford Galaxy and 2010 Cadillac BLS are equipped with a 2,792 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (174 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 152 kg more than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Galaxy | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Galaxy | BLS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1787 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
