1997 Ford Galaxy vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 10 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 445 kg more than 1997 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Galaxy | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Galaxy | Navara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
