2005 Nissan Titan vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 689 kg more than 2012 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (189 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Titan | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Titan | Carens |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 189 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |