2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 137 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 253 kg more than 2006 Kia Carens.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Carens |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 137 HP |
Torque | 180 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |