2006 Suzuki Aerio vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 484 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Because 2006 Suzuki Aerio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Aerio (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Aerio | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Suzuki | Kia |
| Model | Aerio | Carens |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1519 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
