1995 Ford Versailles vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1995 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Versailles.
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, 2009 Kia Carens (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Versailles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Versailles | 2009 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Versailles | Carens |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
