1999 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 635 kg more than 1999 Ford Ka. 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, 2012 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Ka | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ka | Carens |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
