2005 Kia Carens vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 162 kg more than 1996 Mazda Levante.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante 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, 1996 Mazda Levante 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, 1996 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (148 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens. 1996 Mazda Levante 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. 1996 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Carens | Levante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2230 mm |
