2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Uplander and 2005 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 658 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Uplander (298 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Uplander | Carens |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 148 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |