2006 Kia Carens vs. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 6 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Veracruz.
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, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carens | 2012 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Carens | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2804 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |
