2004 Honda Z vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 502 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z 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, 2005 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Z | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Z | Carens |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
