2000 Ford Galaxy vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, both 2000 Ford Galaxy and 2000 Kia Sephia II were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Galaxy (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 535 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II. 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, 2000 Ford Galaxy (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Galaxy | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Galaxy | Sephia II |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |