1997 Ford Maverick vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Maverick | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Maverick | Carens |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2388 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |