2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (114 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 89 kg more than 1996 Renault Safrane.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Galaxy | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
