2006 Isuzu I-280 vs. 2005 Kia Carens

To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 1 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 2,801 cc, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-280 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu I-280 weights approximately 548 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 2006 Isuzu I-280 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 2006 Isuzu I-280. 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, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu I-280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Isuzu I-280 2005 Kia Carens
Make Isuzu Kia
Model I-280 Carens
Year Released 2006 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2801 cc 1793 cc
Horse Power 175 HP 125 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 1462 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 55 L


 

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