2010 Ford Galaxy vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, both 2010 Ford Galaxy and 2010 Nissan NP300 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 396 kg more than 2010 Nissan NP300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Nissan NP300 (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Galaxy | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Galaxy | NP300 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |