2005 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 6 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 217 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
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 (180 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Carens |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
