2007 Kia Carens vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 801 kg more than 2007 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carens. 2007 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carens | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carens | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
