2006 Kia Carens vs. 2008 TVR Tuscan

To start off, 2008 TVR Tuscan is newer by 2 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 764 kg more than 2008 TVR Tuscan.

Because 2008 TVR Tuscan 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 2008 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2008 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Kia Carens 2008 TVR Tuscan
Make Kia TVR
Model Carens Tuscan
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 3996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 111 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 391 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2000 kg 1236 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9 L/100km 15.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 65 L


 

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