2006 Kia Carens vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 723 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307.
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, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carens | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Carens | 307 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1277 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
