2005 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 645 kg more than 2005 Ford Ka. 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, 2012 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ka | Carens |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
