2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 374 kg more than 2001 Ford Fiesta. 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 Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fiesta | Carens |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
