2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 231 kg more than 2007 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Galaxy | 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Galaxy | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |