2005 Kia Carens vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 4 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V50 weights approximately 87 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, 2009 Volvo V50 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Carens | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
