2008 Kia Carens vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2008 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carens | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Carens | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |