2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2001 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Carens would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1729 kg more than 2001 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2001 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Excursion | Carens |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2989 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2580 mm |
