2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2006 Ford Galaxy and 2006 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 91 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 221 kg more than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
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, 2006 Ford Galaxy (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Galaxy | 2006 Kia Rio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Galaxy | Rio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |