2005 Kia Carens vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 23 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.
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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Carens | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |