2007 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 1 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 695 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
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, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2006 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Carens |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2000 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 | 8.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |