2005 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2005 Ford Galaxy and 2005 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 215 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Galaxy | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Galaxy | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |