2008 Kia Carens vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Carens would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1133 kg more than 2008 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Carens | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
