2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 311 kg more than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Because 1998 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Galaxy | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
