2009 Ford Galaxy vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2009 Ford Galaxy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Avella would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 810 kg more than 2000 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Galaxy | 2000 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Galaxy | Avella |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2400 mm |
