2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 1999 Kia Retona
To start off, 2006 Ford Galaxy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 91 kg more than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2006 Ford Galaxy (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Galaxy | 1999 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Galaxy | Retona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
