1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1995 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Galaxy (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 111 kg more than 1995 Ford Galaxy.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 1995 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
