2007 Kia Carens vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 321 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carens | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Carens | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |