2003 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2005 Kia Carens

To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 991 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier.

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, 2005 Kia Carens (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 2005 Kia Carens
Make Chevrolet Kia
Model Cavalier Carens
Year Released 2003 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2189 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1187 kg 2178 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 56 L 55 L


 

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