2006 Kia Carens vs. 2003 Infiniti I
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 488 kg more than 2003 Infiniti I.
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, 2003 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carens | 2003 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Kia | Infiniti |
| Model | Carens | I |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
