2009 Ford Flex vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 545 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens. 2009 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Flex | Carens |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
