2006 Kia Carens vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 7 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 593 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carens | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Carens | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
