2006 Kia Carens vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 600 kg more than 2011 Seat Exeo.
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 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Carens | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Carens | Exeo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2642 mm |