2005 Kia Retona vs. 2011 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2011 Ford Galaxy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 2011 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Retona | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |
