2008 Kia Carens vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carens | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Carens | Celica |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |