2008 Kia Carens vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2008 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carens | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Carens | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |