2005 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2005 Ford Galaxy and 2005 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 727 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 Patrol 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 Patrol 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 Patrol (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Galaxy | Patrol |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1683 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |