2005 Kia Carens vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, both 2005 Kia Carens and 2005 Suzuki XL7 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 498 kg more than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Because 2005 Suzuki XL7 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, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Carens | XL7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |