2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 184 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Bora | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Bora | Carens |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |