2006 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carens (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 451 kg more than 2006 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, 2009 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2009 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Carens |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |