2005 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 589 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford Focus (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
