1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carens (137 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 682 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 2006 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Festiva | Carens |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 137 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2570 mm |
