2005 Kia Carens vs. 2007 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Ignis 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 412 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. 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, 2005 Kia Carens (148 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2007 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Carens | Ignis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |