2004 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 4 kg more than 2004 Ford Falcon.
Because 2004 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Falcon | 2010 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Falcon | Carens |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |