2000 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 129 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens. 2010 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 626 | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 626 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
