2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1058 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2009 Ford E-150 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 2009 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival, 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | E-150 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |