2005 Kia Carens vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 7 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 508 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 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Carens | Panamera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |