2005 Kia Carens vs. 2006 Nissan Note
To start off, 2006 Nissan Note 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Note (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 182 kg more than 2006 Nissan Note.
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, 2006 Nissan Note (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (148 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2006 Nissan Note | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Carens | Note |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |