2005 Kia Carens vs. 2010 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ducato is newer by 5 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 1238 kg more than 2010 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2010 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2010 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Kia | Fiat |
Model | Carens | Ducato |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |