1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 268 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Explorer | Carens |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
