2006 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 5 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 365 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, 2011 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2011 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Carens |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
