2005 Kia Carens vs. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 691 kg more than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. 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 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 2000 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Carens | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |
