2000 Nissan Xterra vs. 2012 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2012 Ford Galaxy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 470 kg more than 2012 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2000 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra 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, 2000 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Galaxy. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Xterra | 2012 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Xterra | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
