2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2006 Ford Galaxy and 2006 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 248 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 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Galaxy | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Galaxy | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 85.8 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 2027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |