2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1995 Rover 214
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 214. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 214 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 214 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 214 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 707 kg more than 1995 Rover 214.
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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 214. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 214.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 1995 Rover 214 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Galaxy | 214 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
