2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 610 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 2004 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford F-150 | 2011 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | F-150 | Carens |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |