2008 Kia Carens vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Golf (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carens | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
