1992 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 395 kg more than 1992 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, 2011 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort. 2011 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Carens |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
