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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 153 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 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 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |