2006 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Carens (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 192 kg more than 2001 Kia Carens.
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, 2001 Kia Carens (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2001 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Carens |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |