2006 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 735 kg more than 2012 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Touareg | Carens |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
