1993 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 390 kg more than 1993 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1993 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 1993 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1993 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens. 1993 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Fairlane | 2006 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Fairlane | Carens |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2570 mm |