2005 Ford E-250 vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 755 kg more than 2006 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 2006 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | E-250 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
