2000 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 605 kg more than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Jeep Wrangler | 2006 Kia Carens | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Wrangler | Carens |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |