1999 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 888 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Kia Carnival (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Carnival |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 98 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |