2005 Kia Carens vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 37 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6.
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, 2002 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Carens | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |