2006 Kia Carens vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 520 kg more than 2011 Toyota Camry.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Camry. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Camry. 2006 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Carens | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Carens | Camry |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |