1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 16 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 46 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal.
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, 2012 Buick Regal (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Galaxy. 2012 Buick Regal 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. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Ford Galaxy | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Galaxy | Regal |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2738 mm |