1977 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 67 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Granada | Carens |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
