2008 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 704 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Carnival |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |