2005 Kia Carens vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 140 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, 2011 Toyota Camry (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Carens | Camry |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |