2006 Kia Carens vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, both 2006 Kia Carens and 2006 MG TF were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG TF (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 379 kg more than 2006 MG TF.
Because 2006 MG TF 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 MG TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Kia Carens (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Carens | 2006 MG TF | |
Make | Kia | MG |
Model | Carens | TF |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |