2007 Kia Carens vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,501 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens.
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 Jetta (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carens | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carens | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
