2012 Ford F-350 vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, both 2012 Ford F-350 and 2012 Kia Carnival were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Because 2012 Ford F-350 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 2012 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford F-350 | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | F-350 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 548 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |