2005 Kia Picanto vs. 2007 Kia Carens

To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carens (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 281 kg more than 2005 Kia Picanto. 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, 2007 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Picanto 2007 Kia Carens
Make Kia Kia
Model Picanto Carens
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 999 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 86 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1631 kg
Vehicle Length 3500 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 55 L


 

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