2005 Kia Carens vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 8 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 249 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Because 2013 Dodge CHARGER is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Dodge CHARGER. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Kia | Dodge |
| Model | Carens | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
