2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 394 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 1996 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Galaxy | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
