2012 Kia Carens vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Kia Carens would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 74 kg more than 2012 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Carens | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Carens | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1589 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 56 L |