2001 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-250 weights approximately 835 kg more than 2011 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens. 2001 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-250 | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-250 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
