2000 Ford Contour vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 750 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour.
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, 2007 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour. 2007 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Contour | Carnival |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |