1988 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (111 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort.
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, 2005 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Carens |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
