2005 Kia Carens vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 432 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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 (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Carens | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 66.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |