2005 Kia Carens vs. 2003 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Frontera weights approximately 209 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Opel Frontera 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, 2003 Opel Frontera 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, 2003 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens. 2003 Opel Frontera 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. 2003 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2003 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Carens | Frontera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |