2005 Kia Carens vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 79 kg more than 2010 Nissan Cube. 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, 2010 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Carens | Cube |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1271 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |