2006 Kia Carens vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 415 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carens | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Kia | Xedos |
| Model | Carens | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
