2005 Kia Carens vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 Kia Carens and 2005 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 318 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Carens | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |