2005 Kia Carens vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2005 Kia Carens and 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 137 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Carens | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |