2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Ford Galaxy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 503 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Galaxy | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Galaxy | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
