2005 Kia Carens vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 123 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 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Carens | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
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 | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 9.4 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 | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |