2005 Kia Carens vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 126 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens.
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 (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Carens | Caddy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |