2006 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens.
Because 2006 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer 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, 2006 Ford Explorer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (148 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Explorer | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Explorer | Carens |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
