1986 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,394 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (128 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 44 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada.
Because 1986 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 1986 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, 1986 Ford Granada (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Granada | Carens |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2394 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 55 L |
