2004 Ford Freestar 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 Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Ford Freestar.
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, 2004 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestar | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Freestar | Carnival |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 246 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |