1997 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1997 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 339 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Galaxy | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Galaxy | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
