2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-350 | 2011 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | E-350 | Carens |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |