2005 Kia Carens vs. 2005 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, both 2005 Kia Carens and 2005 Suzuki Forenza were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Forenza (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 886 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
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 (245 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2005 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Carens | Forenza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |