2006 Kia Carens vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Carens would be higher. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 583 kg more than 2006 Kia Carens. 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, 2010 Ford Edge (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carens | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Carens | Edge |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 132 L |
