2005 Ford Galaxy vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Ford Galaxy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (168 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Galaxy | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Galaxy | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
