2007 Ford E-150 vs. 2001 Kia Carens
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Carens would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-150 | 2001 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | E-150 | Carens |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2580 mm |