2005 GMC Savana vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (195 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 330 kg more than 2006 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (353 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (250 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 2006 Kia Carens | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Savana | Carens |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
