2005 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, both 2005 Ford Galaxy and 2005 Nissan Primera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Galaxy (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 258 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Galaxy (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Galaxy | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Galaxy | Primera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1683 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |