2006 Kia Carens vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 535 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Carens (250 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carens | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Carens | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
