2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 319 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Galaxy | 993 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |
