2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 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 Toyota Camry (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Camry | 2011 Kia Carens | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Camry | Carens |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1793 cc |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 268 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |