2006 Kia Carens vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (137 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 86 kg more than 2006 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens. 2011 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carens | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Carens | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
