2005 Kia Carens vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, both 2005 Kia Carens and 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1224 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens.
Because 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rolls-Royce Corniche (739 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens. 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche 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. 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 2005 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | Kia | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Carens | Corniche |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 739 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 2735 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
