2009 Ford Galaxy vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 497 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte.
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, 2009 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Galaxy | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Galaxy | Forte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
