2004 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 780 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
