2005 Kia Carens vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 132 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.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carens | T5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
