1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 2001 Kia Carens
To start off, 2001 Kia Carens is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fairlane (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Fairlane 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 1992 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1992 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens. 1992 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fairlane | 2001 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fairlane | Carens |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2580 mm |
