2005 Kia Carens vs. 2006 Holden UTE
To start off, 2006 Holden UTE is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Holden UTE weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Holden UTE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Holden UTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2006 Holden UTE | |
Make | Kia | Holden |
Model | Carens | UTE |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2950 mm |