2006 Kia Carens vs. 2006 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2006 Kia Carens and 2006 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Scenic (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 630 kg more than 2006 Renault Scenic.
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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Carens | 2006 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Carens | Scenic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
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 | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |