1995 Ford Galaxy vs. 2000 Kia Retona
To start off, 2000 Kia Retona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Galaxy (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 81 kg more than 1995 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2000 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Retona 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, 1995 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Galaxy | 2000 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Galaxy | Retona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1789 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
