2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Ford Galaxy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. 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 62 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 221 kg more than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Galaxy | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
