2005 Kia Carens vs. 2005 Skoda Superb

To start off, both 2005 Kia Carens and 2005 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Superb (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Skoda Superb.

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 Skoda Superb (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Carens 2005 Skoda Superb
Make Kia Skoda
Model Carens Superb
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1793 cc 2494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 125 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 162 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 78.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 177 km/hour 223 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12 seconds 9.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1245 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 62 L


 

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