2006 Kia Carens vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (137 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 1 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens. 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Kia Carens | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Carens | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 162 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |