2006 Kia Carens vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 716 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.

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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Kia Carens 2007 Volkswagen Golf
Make Kia Volkswagen
Model Carens Golf
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 111 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
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 1284 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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