2007 Kia Carens vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Carens would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens.
Because 2012 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carens | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Carens | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 132 L |
