2010 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1028 kg more than 2011 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford F-150 | 2011 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | F-150 | Carens |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 494 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5611 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2192 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1991 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3378 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |