2000 Acura Integra vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 379 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra.
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, 2006 Kia Carens (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 2000 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura Integra | 2006 Kia Carens | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | Integra | Carens |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |