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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 157 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 390 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 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (320 Nm). 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 | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 2131 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
