2005 Kia Carens vs. 2006 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2006 TVR Tuscan 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 232 kg more than 2006 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2006 TVR Tuscan 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 TVR Tuscan. 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 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2006 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Kia | TVR |
Model | Carens | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |