2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 211 kg more than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Galaxy | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 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 | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
