2005 Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 557 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (199 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Sonata | 2006 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Sonata | Carens |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
